37 Ukrainian Journalists Honored by President Zelenskyy: Full List of Award Recipients and Titles.

Presidential Decree Recognizes Media Professionals

According to UATV: On June 6, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed Decree No. 482/2026, awarding state honors to 37 journalists in celebration of Journalist's Day. This recognition highlights the critical role of media in Ukraine, a country where press freedom has faced significant challenges, especially during wartime. Among the honorees were Nataliia Husak and Oleh Borysov, whose contributions to journalism received special distinction.

Nataliia Husak, a correspondent for the FREEДОМ television channel based in Dnipro, was awarded the Order of Merit, Third Class. Oleh Borysov received the title 'Honored Journalist of Ukraine,' a prestigious acknowledgment of his lasting impact on the nation's media landscape. Both individuals were part of a broader group of media professionals recognized for their dedication and service.

Complete List of Awardees

In addition to Husak, the Order of Merit, Third Class was also conferred upon the following individuals:

• BOBROVA
• HUMENIUK
• DOROSHENKO
• ZABRYSKY
• KAZANZHY
• KRAVCHENKO
• NABER
• NAZARENKO
• OPALENYK
• PAVLOV
• POCHTIEV
• ROBERTSON
• RUD
• SYOAN
• TERLETSKYI
• TOMILENKO
• KHYMYCH

The Order of Princess Olga, Second Class, was awarded to KYRYIENKO-MERYNOVA, while the Order of Princess Olga, Third Class, was given to: BELOSTOTSKA, BLYZNIAKOVA, BUTENKO, VASYLENKO, DUNSKA, KOVALSKA, KRASNOLUTSKA, LYSUNOVA, MAMONOVA, PYLYUHINA, PROSHCHENKO, SEITBULLAEVA, TROSHCHUK, and KHALILOVA.

Furthermore, the honorary title 'Honored Journalist of Ukraine' was bestowed upon BORYSOV, BRATUSHKA, DARMOSTUK, and CHEREVATYI. It is also noteworthy that a camera crew from the FREEДОМ channel, including Nataliia Bielokudria and Andrii Domovyi, was recognized today.

This awards ceremony underscores the vital importance of journalism in Ukraine and honors those who work tirelessly to report on current events and deliver information to the public.

Recognizing journalists through state awards is a significant step in supporting freedom of speech and affirming the media's role in a democratic society. It reflects the government's commitment to protecting journalists and their work amid ongoing challenges faced by the media industry. Such recognition can also help raise professional standards and inspire new generations to pursue careers in this field.